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Set up and monitor in-line printing operations

Set up and monitor in-line printing operations

Unit of competency
National Code
ICPPRN4930
State Code
OBQ15
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
06/05/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/08/2020
Field of Education
030103 - Printing
Original Release Date
20/08/2020
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to set up and monitor either a reel- or sheet-fed machine.It applies to individuals who possess a sound theoretical knowledge of in-line printing operations and who are responsible for digital production workflow.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for job
  • 1.1 Identify job requirements
  • 1.2 Set up required printing machinery according to manufacturer specifications and work health and safety (WHS) requirements
  • 1.3 Confirm availability of all job components
2. Set up machine for in-line operation
  • 2.1 Set up substrate transportation system
  • 2.2 Set up and adjust set off and marking prevention devices
  • 2.3 Select image carrier and cutting device and secure to the unit
  • 2.4 Adjust and set impression
  • 2.5 Adjust and set image transfer and inking devices as required
3. Conduct proof run
  • 3.1 Operate machine according to manufacturer specifications and enterprise procedures to produce specified proof
  • 3.2 Inspect and test sample as required according to enterprise procedures
  • 3.3 Seek client approval and authority prior to the production run as required
  • 3.4 Interpret results and make adjustments according to product and machine specifications as required
4. Maintain and monitor production process
  • 4.1 Operate production process according to enterprise procedures
  • 4.2 Report process adjustments to eliminate problems according to enterprise procedures
  • 4.3 Identify machine faults requiring repair and report to designated person according to enterprise procedures
  • 4.4 Verify repairs and adjustments prior to resumption of operations
5. Conduct shutdown of production process
  • 5.1 Follow shutdown sequence according to manufacturer specifications and enterprise procedures
  • 5.2 Label and store unused ink and coating, according to manufacturer specifications and enterprise procedures
  • 5.3 Remove solid and liquid waste from operating area and recycle and dispose of, as required, according to regulatory requirements and enterprise procedures
  • 5.4 Clean all required parts of machinery used in printing process according to manufacturer specifications and enterprise procedures
  • 5.5 Complete required production records and enterprise documentation
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AUP18 ICPPRN493 Set up and monitor in-line printing operations Unit of competency